Josh Lanier

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Josh Lanier started his reporting career in high school for his local newspaper. Many — many — years later, he’s still chasing leads for compelling stories. During his time writing for newspapers, magazines, and online publications, he’s covered everything from murderers to mommy bloggers, but his most interesting story is always the next one.


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Prospect-Beacon Falls, CT
Your Community
New Year's Crash Nearly Killed Him: Now Community Is Repaying Prospect Man With 'Heart Of Gold' New Year's Crash Nearly Killed Him: Now Community Is Repaying Prospect Man With 'Heart Of Gold'
New Year's Crash Nearly Killed Him: Now Community Is Repaying Prospect Man With 'Heart Of Gold' A Connecticut family is facing every parent’s worst fear after a serious New Year’s Day crash left their son fighting for his life. But they're not alone, as their community is stepping up to help with his recovery.  Logan Resnick, 21, of Prospect, suffered catastrophic injuries in an off-road vehicle crash on Bank Street in Waterbury. His wounds were so severe that he had to be resuscitated at the scene. Paramedics rushed him to Saint Mary’s Hospital, where doctors later airlifted him to Hartford Hospital. He has remained in the Neuro ICU since the crash. Logan suffered multiple …

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by Josh Lanier
National Interest
Alan Jackson Insists Nick Reiner Is Not Guilty After Bailing On Him Alan Jackson Insists Nick Reiner Is Not Guilty After Bailing On Him
Alan Jackson Insists Nick Reiner Is Not Guilty After Bailing On Him Alan Jackson, the high-profile criminal defense lawyer who famously led Karen Read’s high-profile case, has withdrawn as counsel for Nick Reiner, who is accused of killing his parents, legendary actor and director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle. While Jackson said legal and ethical rules prevent him from explaining why he stepped aside, he did make one thing clear. "What we have learned, and you can take this to the bank, is that pursuant to the laws of this state, Nick Reiner is not guilty of murder," Jackson said, according to USA Today. "Print that. And we wish him the very best.…

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by Josh Lanier
New Haven, CT
Breaking News
New Haven Police Freeze Informant Program After Ex-Chief Admits To Pilfering Cash New Haven Police Freeze Informant Program After Ex-Chief Admits To Pilfering Cash
New Haven Police Freeze Informant Program After Ex-Chief Admits To Pilfering Cash New Haven has paused a key police program and frozen a related bank account after the former police chief admitted to taking money from it. Mayor Justin Elicker confirmed the move on Wednesday, Jan. 7, after the city learned that former Chief Karl Jacobson had used the money as a personal fund, authorities said.  In a message to residents sent Wednesday, Elicker said the pause will allow the city to review police policies tied to the program. The city will also strengthen financial practices and oversight. The review will not stop there. City officials will examine other similar accou…

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by Josh Lanier
Dalton-Hinsdale, MA
Breaking News
2 Officers Wounded, Person In Critical Condition In Hinsdale Police-Involved Shooting 2 Officers Wounded, Person In Critical Condition In Hinsdale Police-Involved Shooting
2 Officers Wounded, Person In Critical Condition In Hinsdale Police-Involved Shooting Two police officers and a third person were shot on Wednesday morning, Jan 7, in Berkshire County.  The officer-involved shooting took place around 11 a.m. in Hinsdale. The Berkshire County District Attorney's Office, which is overseeing the investigation with Massachusetts State Police, did not disclose the exact location.  Both officers suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the shooting. The third person was in critical condition on Wednesday afternoon.   The prosecutor's office said this was an "isolated" incident.  Authorities have released few details to …

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by Josh Lanier
Vernon-Rockville, CT
Breaking News
Vernon Child Stabbed After Argument Turns Violent Inside Rockville Home: Police Vernon Child Stabbed After Argument Turns Violent Inside Rockville Home: Police
Vernon Child Stabbed After Argument Turns Violent Inside Rockville Home: Police Police in Vernon responded to a call about a disturbance and uncovered a much more serious scene inside a Rockville home. Cordaryl Diaz, 19, of Vernon, was charged after a dispute turned violent late Saturday night, just before 10 p.m., police said. Officers went to the first floor of a Pleasant Street residence for what was described as a "disorderly complaint," police said. Inside, police identified a brother and a sister. Outside, they found an underage boy who had been stabbed multiple times. Police said the teen was located "walking back towards the residence." Investigators learned …

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by Josh Lanier
Shelton, CT
Breaking News
20-Year-Old Man Killed In Shelton Rollover Crash Driving Stolen Luxury Car: Police 20-Year-Old Man Killed In Shelton Rollover Crash Driving Stolen Luxury Car: Police
20-Year-Old Man Killed In Shelton Rollover Crash Driving Stolen Luxury Car: Police A 20-year-old Connecticut man was killed in a rollover crash earlier this week on Route 8 while driving a vehicle stolen in New Jersey, police said. Oliver Cruz-Ortiz, 20, of Bridgeport, lost control of the Infiniti Q50 just after 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, near Exit 12A in Shelton, Connecticut State Police said. The cause of the crash is unclear, but troopers said the vehicle careened off the roadway, struck a light pole and a metal sign before it began to tumble.  Cruz-Ortiz was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. Troopers said the Infiniti was stolen from Newark, New Jersey. Aut…

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by Josh Lanier
Hartford, CT
Breaking News
Cybertruck Driver Who Killed Hartford Teen In Christmas Day Hit-Run Crash Arrested: Police Cybertruck Driver Who Killed Hartford Teen In Christmas Day Hit-Run Crash Arrested: Police
Cybertruck Driver Who Killed Hartford Teen In Christmas Day Hit-Run Crash Arrested: Police Police have arrested the driver of a Tesla Cybertruck accused in a hit-and-run crash on Christmas Day that killed a 14-year-old Hartford boy and left three others with life-altering injuries, including a 3-year-old girl. Tyron Davis, 26, of Manchester, is charged with second-degree manslaughter, three counts of first-degree assault, evading responsibility involving death, reckless driving, and failure to stay in a proper lane, Hartford police said. Malachi James, 14, of Hartford, was killed just before 9:20 p.m. Dec. 25 when the Cybertruck crashed into the Toyota Camry he was riding in on C…

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by Josh Lanier
Waterbury, CT
Breaking News
Drunk Driver Slams Into Waterbury Home; BAC Nearly 3 Times Legal Limit Drunk Driver Slams Into Waterbury Home; BAC Nearly 3 Times Legal Limit
Drunk Driver Slams Into Waterbury Home; BAC Nearly 3 Times Legal Limit Authorities say a Connecticut drunk driver went off the road overnight, hit a utility pole, and then slammed into a home around 1:45 a.m. Jose Martinez, 30, of Waterbury, faces multiple charges following the Wednesday, Jan. 7, crash near 1021 Pearl Lake Road in Waterbury, police said. Officers were called after Martinez’s Jeep Grand Cherokee lost control, hit a utility pole, and then struck the home. Martinez was the sole occupant of the vehicle, and no one inside the home was injured, police said. Structural engineers deemed the home safe, but police did not release the extent of the dama…

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by Josh Lanier
Hartford, CT
Your Community
US Department Of Justice Sues CT Over Access To Voters' Data US Department Of Justice Sues CT Over Access To Voters' Data
US Department Of Justice Sues CT Over Access To Voters' Data The US Department of Justice announced Tuesday, Jan. 6, it is taking Connecticut to court over access to voter registration records. Federal officials said the lawsuit was filed Tuesday, Jan. 6, alleging Connecticut failed to provide complete voter registration lists when requested. The department also said it plans to sue Arizona over similar issues, adding to the number of states the Trump administration has targeted over access to voter roll data. “This Department of Justice has now sued 23 states for failing to provide voter roll data and will continue filing lawsuits to protect America…

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by Josh Lanier
New Britain, CT
Obituaries
New Britain Boy, 16, Who Died On New Year’s Day Brought 'Comfort And Warmth To Any Room’ New Britain Boy, 16, Who Died On New Year’s Day Brought 'Comfort And Warmth To Any Room’
New Britain Boy, 16, Who Died On New Year’s Day Brought 'Comfort And Warmth To Any Room’ A 16-year-old Connecticut boy who died on New Year’s Day is being remembered for his big dreams and even bigger heart, his loved ones said. Carlos Miguel Gonzalez-Barreiro's death has shaken the New Britain community, which remembers him as a joyful kid who brightened "any room he graced." "Though his time on earth was far too brief, Carlos’ life was rich with meaning and love," his obituary said. "He will be remembered for his kind heart, quiet strength, and the gentle joy he brought to those around him. While our hearts grieve his loss, we take comfort in our faith, trusting that Carlos i…

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